Gibson Acoustic Hummingbird Studio Rosewood, Satin Natural Overview
The Gibson Acoustic Hummingbird Studio Rosewood, Satin Natural is a modern iteration of the legendary Hummingbird series, known for its classic square-shoulder body design and rich tonal qualities. This updated model blends the iconic aesthetics of the original Hummingbird with contemporary features for today’s musicians.
Key Features:
Body and Tonewoods:
- Body Shape: Square-shoulder dreadnought
- Top Material: Solid Sitka Spruce
- Back and Sides: Solid Rosewood
- Binding: Multi-ply top and single-ply back binding
- The combination of Sitka spruce and rosewood provides a balanced, warm tone with a strong low end and bright, articulate highs, making it versatile for a wide range of musical styles.
Neck and Fingerboard:
- Neck Material: Utile (a type of mahogany)
- Neck Profile: Advanced Response profile for comfortable and easy playability
- Fingerboard Material: Walnut
- Scale Length: 24.75" (628.65mm)
- Nut Width: 1.725" (43.815mm)
- Number of Frets: 20
- Nut Material: Tusq
- Inlays: Mother-of-Pearl Parallelograms
- The Advanced Response profile neck and walnut fingerboard provide a smooth playing experience, ideal for both strumming and fingerpicking styles.
Finish and Aesthetics:
- Finish: Satin Natural (also available in Satin Rosewood Burst)
- The satin nitrocellulose finish gives the guitar a natural, understated look and a comfortable feel, reminiscent of a well-loved, vintage instrument.
Electronics:
- Pickup: L.R. Baggs™ Element Bronze active under-saddle piezo
- Controls: Soundhole-mounted volume control
- The L.R. Baggs Element Bronze pickup system ensures that the guitar’s natural tone is accurately reproduced when plugged in, making it ready for both stage and studio use.
Hardware:
- Bridge: Traditional Belly Up, Walnut
- Tuners: Grover Rotomatic with Nickel plating
- Saddle: Tusq
- The high-quality hardware ensures reliable performance and tuning stability.
Case:
- Included: Modern Hardshell Case
- The included hardshell case provides robust protection for the guitar, ensuring safe transport to gigs, rehearsals, or recording sessions.
